Maya is closing Friday after 12+ years in San Francisco

When Maya Restaurant opened in SoMa on Second Street in 1999, Michael Bauer had this to say to say about the modern 180-seat Mexican restaurant in his three-star review: “[I]t’s one of the most exciting restaurants to come along in some time — from the splashy interior to the intricately seasoned and plated food.”

Sadly, after over a decade in San Francisco, Maya’s last day will be Friday. Managing partner Felipe Sandoval is staying mum on the reasons, but word on the street is that it involves a landlord dispute. And if you’ve passed by 303 Second Street lately, you know that there’s a lot of change in that plaza.

More details are hoped to emerge in the coming days, or weeks. Stay tuned, but for now, tell it goodbye the rest of the week.